CHILDREN under five and their teddy bears have been invited to Batley Library for a Teddy Bears' Storytime.

The event is planned as part of National Children's Book Week and children can take their teddies along and have fun making their own books on Tuesday, October 4, and Wednesday, October 5, from 11am to 12 noon.

Batley Surestart will also be handing out a free book for every child taking part. Booking is essential as places are limited for this free event.

Tickets are available from Batley Library, Market Place, Batley or phone 01924 326021. Children must be with an adult.